Westleton, Dunwich Heath

Alde Valley Group

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Overview

An interesting and easy walk through some of Suffolk’sdelightful countryside, heaths and coast. Including Sandlings path, passing Minsmere Sluice and continuing for a short time on Suffolk Coastal Path.
Some road walking and a couple of stiles

Sunday, 8 June 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Picnic lunch halfway (approx), with refreshments / toilets at Coast Cottages Dunwich

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: TM 44112 68503
Nearest postcode:: IP17 3BE
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Parking on lay-by on Reckford Road (B1125), south of Westleton. Please car share where possible.

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